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EPISODE · Aug 5, 2026 · 33 MIN

Episode 285: River Otters - Why they are Special

from The Wandering Naturalist · host Three Rivers Park District

Bound along with Brandon and Ellen as they investigate river otters. Often viewed as playful, these members of the weasel family are full of adaptations that help them survive. From vibrissae, to unique spines, and the ability to hunt in murky water, they are efficient predators that love to eat fish, crayfish, and other water creatures.     

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